Page 2 - New York Knicks: Top 5 Highest Paid Players

#3 Frank Ntikilina

Despite being picked at the 8th spot in the 2017 NBA Draft and showing a lot of promise in college, Frank Ntilikina's career simply hasn't picked up. He had a poor season for the New York Knicks in 2019-20, as he averaged just 6 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 assists.

Frank Ntilikina is the third highest-paid player for the New York Knicks, who signed him for a contract that ensures that he will earn a $6,176,578 base salary in the 2020-21 NBA season. There is a likelihood he will be moved in the coming months, with the New York Knicks hoping to reduce the size of their roster.

#2 RJ Barrett

RJ Barrett is a highly-touted youngster and a star in the making. The Canadian was given the responsibility of carrying the New York Knicks offensively in his debut season. Unfortunately, the third overall pick wasn't able to shoulder that kind of burden.

However, with more capable players around him this season, Barrett will be expected to make a leap and will aim to make the All-Star team. He is still on his rookie deal, which means he will be earning a base salary of $8,231,760 which makes him the second-highest earner on the New York Knicks roster.

#1 Julius Randle

The enigmatic Julius Randle has been a volume scorer for the New York Knicks, averaging 19.5 points and 9.7 rebounds per game last season. With two years left on his deal, which is worth around $20 million annual salary, Randle is a significant hit on the Knicks' wage bill.

Randle is the highest-earning player on the New York Knicks and will be earning a base salary of $18,900,000 in the 2020-21 NBA season. The power forward is arguably the New York Knicks' best player. Thanks to the large contract, Randle being the highest earner doesn't come as a surprise.

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